I'm in the process of getting laser hair removal (just had my first session last week). I'm having my bikini, underarms, and upper lip done. Since it's almost summer, I want to be able to lay out at the pool (not use a tanning bed.) I put 35 spf sunscreen on my face, but I usually only use an 8 spf on my arms, legs, and chest. Is this sufficient to prevent any burns or discoloration from the laser treatment? How long before and after treatment should I avoid the sun?
May 2, 2017
Answer: Laser Hair Removal Thank you for your question! One of the main contradictions to the Laser Hair Removal treatment is the skin tone; the darker the skin tone the higher the risks of complications with the laser. For the best treatment outcome, make sure to apply sunscreen on the area every couple hours when exposed to the sun. Your laser technician may not perform your treatment if your skin has darkened due to being exposed to the sun for prolonged periods of time, and may reschedule you for couple weeks out once the tan fades away. Therefore, for the best outcome of the treatment, do not tan by the pool if you are planning to finish your treatments within a certain period of time.
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May 2, 2017
Answer: Laser Hair Removal Thank you for your question! One of the main contradictions to the Laser Hair Removal treatment is the skin tone; the darker the skin tone the higher the risks of complications with the laser. For the best treatment outcome, make sure to apply sunscreen on the area every couple hours when exposed to the sun. Your laser technician may not perform your treatment if your skin has darkened due to being exposed to the sun for prolonged periods of time, and may reschedule you for couple weeks out once the tan fades away. Therefore, for the best outcome of the treatment, do not tan by the pool if you are planning to finish your treatments within a certain period of time.
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May 2, 2017
Answer: Tanning and laser Thanks for your question. Tanning and vigorous sun exposure while you are doing laser treatment is not recommend and I would suggest you to use a very good sunscreen
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May 2, 2017
Answer: Tanning and laser Thanks for your question. Tanning and vigorous sun exposure while you are doing laser treatment is not recommend and I would suggest you to use a very good sunscreen
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